I am just a girl from Kentucky who has stories to tell. . .

living intentionally

Is it bad that I want to live? I just want to be happy. That question and the statement that followed it were made by someone who is very special to me during a recent exchange of messages between us. … Read More ›

Welcome to 2016, the year that I have been anticipating almost since 2015 began. As the stroke of midnight and the dropping of the ball in Times Square ushered in this much desired year, I felt a palpable shift in… Read More ›

These past few days, I have experienced something akin to writer’s block . . .kindness block. This is not to say that I have been unkind, at least, I certainly hope that I have not been so, but rather,… Read More ›

After feeling a bit out of sorts for no particular reason yesterday, I awoke determined to go through the day in a better frame of mind. One of the changes I made was to be more mindful of my thoughts, words, and… Read More ›

I was so caught up in doing something positive for myself that I just now am getting around to writing yesterday’s post. I still feel like I am fighting off another round of sickness, which definitely is better than succumbing… Read More ›

Sunday night, I fell asleep full of excitement about the start of a new week and looking forward to more opportunities and possibilities. Then, I woke up. The moment I opened my eyes, I felt like something was “off”today, as I… Read More ›

After a creating and enjoying a sublime Sunday last weekend, I decided the moment I opened my eyes this morning that I wanted to make Sundays sacred and special from now on, starting with this one. I actually strive to… Read More ›